Tuesday, March 27, 2007

I've been working on the album for our first 'Grow With Me' graduate, and was amazed at how quickly they grow and change in one year.
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Thanks, R & B, for being such wonderful clients!

Saturday, March 24, 2007

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A few weeks ago, I was stuck in traffic on Front Street in New Westminster (we were headed to IKEA), and I looked over to my left, and low and behold, there was the cutest little children's boutique. Traffic started moving again, so I didn't have time to get the name, but they had some sweet dresses and toys in the window.

So today I took a quick drive back to Front Street, and entered Chick Pea Children's Boutique. What a great place! It is filled with the loveliest things for small children - from the softest newborn clothes, funky shoes, fancy Trish Scully Dresses, to feeding journals and funny Jaffa T-Shirts for my older boys. Many items are locally sourced, and would make wonderful gifts to welcome a new baby.

It is nestled in an interesting area inbetween some antique and retro furniture shops. It was like stumbling on a little treasure box - well worth the trip. And besides, it is very close to Army & Navy, and their shoe sale is coming up!

Sarah, the owner, is wonderful, and I'm looking forward to many big things from this charming boutique!

Thursday, March 15, 2007

A Photo Session Tip for parents:

When we photograph your little one, don't forget to be camera-ready yourself. Sometimes small children are a little shy at first, and seeing Mom or Dad or a sibling being photographed & having them in the picture helps break the ice.

This little one was so shy and serious at first, and only wanted to stare at me. I knew she had lots of personality from previous sessions (she is a 'Grow With Me' baby), so I got mom to come into the picture.

We got this:

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I love this image because even though it is shot in the studio, it captures a real moment between Mom & Baby. What they will remember from this picture is that the baby could hold up "1" finger when asked "how old are you?". Mom is laughing because she had already asked the baby a few times, but she didn't respond until she had what she wanted - to be on her mother's lap. At the moment of the photograph, Mom had just whispered in baby's ear "how old are you?"

After this, we were able to get some first birthday shots with the baby by herself. Mission accomplished!

By the way, we later noticed that the baby had the "two" sign ready with her right hand. A new photographic birthday tradition, perhaps?

Friday, March 02, 2007

Remember that course I took at the end of February?

Me Ra wrote about us in her blog .

There was a shoot-out at the end of the day - we photographed a newly expanded family. This lovely little one is their first baby, and the couple were made to be parents. They were so calm and loving, even during a feeding, diaper change and some crying!

Here are three of my favorites:

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Today, Me Ra Koh Photography was selected as Microsoft's Pro Photo Gallery featured photographer this month. Check out their gallery - they are truly great photographers.

I'm honoured to have been able to hear her story and learn some of her techniques.

Thursday, March 01, 2007

A had a wonderful sitting today - N needed some headshots for some upcoming auditions. She was so easy to work with and totally comfortable in front of the camera, and her images turned out great! Here is a sneak peek:

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Well done, N - I'll be able to say I knew you when . . .